The Program
Fundamentals
Where the coaching starts. You build a safe, solid shot the USA Archery way, one piece at a time.
$28 / week · Weekly, 60 minutes · Gear included
Who it's for
Brand-new archers, ages 8 and up.
No experience needed, and every bit of gear is provided. If you have done a Try Archery class, this is your next step.
Inside the coaching
What you'll work on.
Every level is built on the USA Archery 11 Steps of Shooting. This is the real checklist your coaches take you through, one skill at a time. Graduate and you earn an official USA Archery achievement pin.
- Stance straddle the line, open stance, correct width
- Posture boots, butt, back and brain in line, head straight, weight even
- Core engage the quads and glutes, chest down, back straight
- Grip proper V-grip, relaxed fingers, knuckles at 45 degrees
- Hook thumb and pinkie tucked, wrist straight, hand relaxed
- Anchor knuckle to the side of the chin, string to the nose and chin
- Equipment know your nock set, rest, grip and index vane
- Loading the bow nock the arrow, index vane out
- Bow etiquette carry and hold the bow vertical
- Range rules pull arrows safely and keep them pointed downrange
Ready to move up when…
You can run your whole shot on your own with safe, consistent form, and you have earned your Fundamentals achievement pin.
Ready to start?
Every archer here started with a single 90-minute Try Archery class. All gear provided, no experience needed.
Book a Try Archery class